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title: "M&E Works on behalf of The Bedford College Group"
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buyer: "BEDFORD COLLEGE"
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# M&E Works on behalf of The Bedford College Group

Buyer: BEDFORD COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5851b754-bd31-40f3-9631-c25761216392

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## Summary

The Bedford College Group is conducting a procurement process for M&E Works in Wellingborough, classified under mechanical engineering installation works. This project, valued at £1,864,000, will involve contractors providing design input and includes key requirements such as independent commissioning inspection and first-year maintenance. The tender was published on 21st December 2018, and while it was active, the deadline for submissions was set for 25th October 2019. The contract period spans from 25th November 2019 to 29th May 2020, and the procurement method utilised is an open procedure below threshold.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the mechanical engineering and construction fields, particularly those capable of handling design and installation services. Businesses that specialise in engineering solutions, alongside those experienced in project maintenance, would be well-positioned to compete effectively. Furthermore, the tender allows for expressions of interest from companies, enhancing prospects for partnerships or collaborations that could drive growth in this sector.

## Notice

M&E Work and associated duties in support of a part SEMLEP funded project in Wellingborough. Prospective contractors are to ensure that the College meets their non working site supervisor as part of the tender process. The contractors need to allow for providing design input into the final solution although CJR will provide the bulk of the production information. The College will not use any Mitsubishi plant as a substitute. independent commissioning inspection must form part of the tender. First year maintenance and service parts in the first year must be allowed. A Site Visit is to be held on Monday 23rd September - please email Craig Pullen to confirm your attendance, arrangements will then be confirmed. Additional information: The College invite expressions of interest from interested companies and a link will be provided to the tender back. Requests for documents must be made to Craig Pullen - tender packs will be available following the Site Visit.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d07f19b4-d7db-4a95-8c0f-967fd4175a30 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,864,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,956,598 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORD COLLEGE |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHESHIRE CONTRACTING AND CONTROL (ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING) LIMITE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2020 at 15:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d07f19b4-d7db-4a95-8c0f-967fd4175a30
- 16 Sep 2019 at 19:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4d96a7b-e83e-49c9-b074-c4d725a6db23
- 8 Jan 2019 at 13:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4d96a7b-e83e-49c9-b074-c4d725a6db23
- 21 Dec 2018 at 15:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4d96a7b-e83e-49c9-b074-c4d725a6db23

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d07f19b4-d7db-4a95-8c0f-967fd4175a30
  19th March 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4d96a7b-e83e-49c9-b074-c4d725a6db23
  16th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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